Pittston City Emergency Management Agency

The City of Pittston is prepared to respond to protect residents, visitors and businesses in the event of a natural disaster or other emergency.

The city government operates a full-time, full service Fire Bureau staffed with expertly trained firefighters/EMTs, trained to respond to any situation. Fire Bureau Captain John Ankenbrand is the City Emergency Management Coordinator and heads the Emergency Management Agency which coordinates disaster response. To contact the Emergency Management Coordinator please email jankenbrand@cityofpittston.org

The Pittston Police Department provides full-time police protection. The Pittston Street Department is prepared to respond to winter storms, summer thunderstorms, and street flooding events.

Pursuant to the Home Rule Charter, Mayor Michael Lombardo holds the power to declare a city state of emergency when needed.

In the event of an emergency, more information will be posted on this page as needed.